National No Housework Day is a day dedicated to taking a break from all the household chores and responsibilities. It is celebrated on April 7th every year. On this day, people are encouraged to put their feet up, relax, and take a break from all the cleaning, organizing, and other tasks that come with maintaining a household. The purpose of the day is to give people a chance to recharge and take a break from the daily grind of housework. It’s a fun and lighthearted way to remind people of the importance of taking care of themselves and their mental health. So, if you’ve been feeling overwhelmed with household chores, National No Housework Day is the perfect excuse to take a break and indulge in some self-care.
National No Housework Day should be celebrated but what about the other 364 days out of the year? How can we keep our home clean after having a baby?
After having a baby, it can be challenging to keep up with household chores while also caring for a newborn. Here are some tips to help keep your home clean:
Create a cleaning schedule: Creating a cleaning schedule can help you stay on top of household tasks. You can break down tasks by frequency (daily, weekly, monthly) and assign tasks to different days of the week.
Declutter regularly: Clutter can quickly accumulate, especially with a new baby in the home. Regularly decluttering can help keep your home feeling more organized and less overwhelming.
Clean as you go: Whenever possible, clean up messes as they happen. For example, wipe down counters and stovetops after cooking, and pick up toys and clothes as you go about your day.
Enlist help: Don’t be afraid to ask for help from your partner, family, or friends. Delegate tasks and divide household chores to make them more manageable.
Simplify your routines: Streamline your routines as much as possible to make them more manageable. For example, consider simplifying your meals by meal planning or using a meal delivery service.
Hire a cleaning service: If you can afford it, hiring a cleaning service to help with deep cleaning can take some of the stress off you.
How can postpartum doulas help with household tasks?
Postpartum doulas can be a valuable resource for new parents, particularly in helping with household tasks during the postpartum period. Here are some ways postpartum doulas can assist with housework:
Light cleaning: Postpartum doulas can help with light cleaning tasks such as washing dishes, wiping down counters, and sweeping the floor.
Laundry: They can also assist with laundry, such as washing, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
Meal prep: Postpartum doulas can prepare healthy meals and snacks for the new parents, taking into account any dietary restrictions or preferences.
Errands: Doulas can also run errands, such as grocery shopping or picking up prescriptions, allowing the new parents to focus on caring for their newborn.
Organizing: They can help with organizing and decluttering the home, creating a more calming and functional space for the family.
In short, postpartum doulas can help new parents by taking on some of the household tasks that can be challenging to manage in the early postpartum period. By providing this type of support, doulas can help new parents to feel less overwhelmed and better able to focus on caring for themselves and their new baby.
Remember, it’s also important to give yourself grace and not put too much pressure on yourself to have a perfectly clean home. The postpartum period is a time of adjustment, and it’s okay if some things fall by the wayside. Prioritizing self-care and the well-being of your family is key.